2011 MINI (R57) 2.0L Diesel · FV61 HCF
2011 MINI (R57) (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 98,692 miles. MOT valid until 01 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI (R57)
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,692 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV61 HCF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 98,692 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV61 HCF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mini Mini (R57) (FV61 HCF) between November 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
FV61 HCF Mileage History
- 10/11/202380,711 mi
- 07/11/202490,422 mi+9,711 mi
- 03/10/202597,135 mi+6,713 mi
- 01/10/202698,687 mi+1,552 mi
- 02/10/202698,692 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 6,214 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Approach with caution and budget for imminent rear brake and suspension work. This 2011 MINI R57 diesel has a largely passing MOT record but shows clear signs of wear that need addressing before purchase.
Ask the seller for evidence that the November 2023 failure items were properly repaired, as the steering rack inner joint play recurred as an advisory in 2024 and the position lamp was a failure point. Request full service history, particularly for the 1.6 diesel engine, and confirm the rocker cover oil leak noted in the 2025 MOT has been or will be dealt with. Use the documented rear brake disc corrosion, trailing arm bush wear, and steering play as negotiation points to lower the price or secure a repair contribution.
As a 1.6-litre diesel MINI from 2011, fuel economy should be reasonable for a convertible, though exact figures are not in the provided data. Road tax and insurance group are not specified here, but diesel R57 models typically sit in moderate bands for both. Based on the flagged wear — rear discs, bushes, steering joints, and oil leak — typical annual maintenance could be in the region of £700 to £1,000 including consumables.
On this specific car, inspect the nearside and offside rear inner brake discs for the corrosion and pitting noted at the 2025 MOT, and check the trailing arm bushes for the described de-bonding. Verify the steering rack inner joints given the 2023 failure and 2024 advisory for slight play, and look for any oil staining from the rocker cover leak reported in October 2025. A general check of tyres is also wise, as the 2024 MOT showed nearside front outer edge wear.
The vehicle is a September 2011 registered black MINI R57 with a 1.6-litre diesel engine, currently showing 97,135 miles from its October 2025 MOT. MOT history shows one failure in November 2023 for a steering rack inner joint play and a failed position lamp, both since resolved. Recent tests flag worn rear brake discs, tired trailing arm bushes, a slight steering rack play, and an engine oil leak from the rocker cover that should be investigated.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the MINI MINI (R57), so assessment is limited to this vehicle's own history.
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